Synthesis provided architectural and interior design
services for a new 50-seat lecture hall and conference facility for the Radiology
Department at Albany Medical College. The lecture hall design incorporates
stepped seating to maximize viewing and a projection booth and multimedia
lecture area to control a new lighting and audio/video system.
The new audio/video system includes projection
television systems for satellite, video, and slide display and a fully dimmable
low-voltage “scene” lighting system to create multiple lighting
scenarios. Lighting and audio/visual devices are controlled from the projection
room or by the lecturer.
The facility contains multiple x-ray viewing boxes
to allow smaller groups the ability to conference. A reception area and medical
library were included as part of the design.